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Face to face with Pope Francis: A reminder of why we must fight inequality and injustice everywhere
January 10, 2017Pope Francis helps us connect the dots between economic prosperity and environmental stewardship – and propels millions to act. -
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New York Gets Closer to a Clean Energy Future with New Environmental Commitments
January 10, 2017 | Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean EnergyEDF statement from Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean EnergyMore on:
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Cincinnati and Ohio show leadership in identifying and disclosing lead service lines
January 9, 2017 | Tom Neltner, Senior Director, Safer ChemicalsKnowing if you have a lead service line (LSL) can help you decide whether to use a filter or replace the line.More on:
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China is going all in on clean energy while Trump waffles. How is that making America great again?
January 6, 2017The United States can't afford to lose the global clean energy race. -
As Earth gets hotter, scientists break new ground linking climate change to extreme weather
January 6, 2017Scientists can now link storms to warming in near real time, and a new research project is seeking to predict extreme weather under future heat scenarios. -
With a record $1.4 trillion in sustainability assets, investors bail on fossil fuels
January 5, 2017In a sector where revenues are now outpacing costs, clean energy has become a clear value play. -
Trump's EPA pick sided with polluters – who gave millions to his political agenda
January 4, 2017Scott Pruitt's repeated collaboration with big polluters undermines confidence in his ability to enforce clean air and water protections. -
D.C. Circuit Will Not Delay Briefing on Carbon Pollution Standards for New Power Plants
January 4, 2017 | Martha Roberts, Senior Attorney, U.S. Climate Legal and Regulatory ProgramDC Circuit Court rules that briefing schedule will not be extended in case about carbon pollution standards for new power plants -
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Louisiana Releases Draft 2017 Coastal Master Plan to Meet Challenges of Land Loss
January 3, 2017Louisiana releases draft 2017 Coastal Master Plan that, if approved, will serve as blueprint for state’s coastal restoration and protection activities.More on:
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N.C. Governor Roy Cooper names Michael Regan as secretary of environment
January 3, 2017 | Jane Preyer, Senior Director, Southeast Regional StrategyNorth Carolina Governor Roy Cooper today named Michael Regan secretary of the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality. Regan was previously associate vice president for clean energy at En -
America needs critical energy data in a "post-fact" world: 2 quick examples
December 28, 2016As climate scientists rush to save critical data before the Trump administration takes over, there is growing concern that other government datasets could also be imperiled. -
Ohio Governor Stands Up for Clean Energy Economy
December 27, 2016 | Dick Munson, Director, Regulatory & Legislative AffairsOhio Governor Stands Up for Clean Energy Economy -
BLM Updates Mitigation Policy to Ensure Sustained Prosperity of America’s Public Lands
December 23, 2016 | Eric Holst, Associate Vice President, Natural Climate SolutionsStatement by Eric Holst, Associate Vice President, Working Lands -
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What is needed to sustain healthy ocean ecosystems and local livelihoods in Myanmar?
December 22, 2016 | Kendra Karr, Senior Scientist II, Ocean Research & DevelopmentMyanmar is a nation with a diverse array of ecosystems, each contributing significantly to local livelihoods, food security and culture. There is tremendous potential for Myanmar’s fisheries, if sustainably managed, to support the ecological, economic and social welfare of its people. The transition to sustainability will require an overarching plan that includes the use of … -
We'll protect and defend the environment in 2017 – with or without President Trump
December 22, 2016Only our activism can secure America's bedrock environmental laws – all of which are now under threat. -
Trump transition news: 4 items you may have missed
December 21, 2016The latest intelligence on the president-elect’s cabinet picks. -
Clean Air Advocates Ask Court to Uphold Carbon Pollution Standards for New Power Plants
December 21, 2016EDF and coalition members file brief in challenge to carbon standards for new power plants -
EDF Applauds President Obama’s Decision to Close Arctic and Atlantic Waters to Offshore Oil and Gas Development
December 20, 2016 | Fred Krupp, PresidentPresident Obama -
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Water heroes emerge in California’s Central Valley
December 19, 2016California’s Central Valley, which stretches 450 miles from Redding in the north to Bakersfield in the south, is the nation’s richest agricultural region, producing 40 percent of our fruit, vegetables and nuts on nearly 9 million acres of irrigated farmland. The Valley is also ground zero for California’s water problems. -
3 reasons Trump's EPA pick is bad news for business
December 19, 2016Here's how bad Scott Pruitt’s anti-environment agenda will be for American companies. -
Rep. Ryan Zinke’s “Mixed Record” Makes Senate Hearings Critical
December 19, 2016 | Fred Krupp, PresidentStatement of EDF President Fred Krupp -
National Grid Will Use Solutions Developed by Environmental Defense Fund and Google to Guide $3 Billion Investment in Downstate New York Natural Gas Systems
December 19, 2016 | Mark Brownstein, Senior Vice President, Energy TransitionNational Grid Will Use Solutions Developed by Environmental Defense Fund and Google to Guide $3 Billion Investment in Downstate New York Natural Gas Systems -
RESTORE Council and Gulf Governors Deliver Key Comprehensive Plan Update
December 16, 2016Today, the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration (RESTORE) Council approved its updated Comprehensive Plan to restore Gulf Coast ecosystems following the oil disaster. -
New Requirements for Nation's Gas Storage Facilities a First, But Not Final, Step Forward for Public Health and Safety
December 16, 2016 | Adam Peltz, Director and Senior Attorney, Energy TransitionThe Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) released new safety policies for the nation’s natural gas storage facilities. -
Investor Confidence Project Launches “Building Button” for Energy Efficiency
December 15, 2016 | Victor A. Rojas, Former Senior Manager, Financial PolicyInvestor Confidence Project Launches “Building Button” for Energy Efficiency